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• City of Edmonton adds weed-identification feature to 311 app

  12-06-2019 23:59 via globalnews.ca
  The new feature will also flag if plants or weeds are noxious or invasive and what action should be taken.
  
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• Bill to delay wage arbitration for Alberta nurses, teachers, government workers coming Thursday

  12-06-2019 23:56 via cbc.ca
  Alberta’s new United Conservative government plans to introduce a bill Thursday to delay public sector wage arbitration talks that are part of the contracts of thousands of teachers, nurses and government and workers. 
  
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• Kenney government to bring in bill to alter union wage deals

  12-06-2019 23:51 via globalnews.ca
  The Alberta government has served notice it will bring in legislation to allow the province to override bargained contract agreements and delay wage talks for thousands of public-sector workers.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers GM weighs options ahead of first NHL draft with team

  12-06-2019 23:34 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton Oilers GM Ken Holland might look to continue rebuilding a defence that has some decent roster options and promising prospects, but still needs plenty more high-end skill.
  
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• Youth Council nudges Edmonton to consider allowing alcohol in city parks

  12-06-2019 23:33 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton's Community Services Committee has convinced a very leery city administration to at least look at the idea of allowing drinking in public parks.
  
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• HIV/AIDS group concerned over proposed overdose prevention site at Alberta prison

  12-06-2019 23:33 via globalnews.ca
  The Correctional Service of Canada says it has received a Health Canada exemption that would permit the site at Drumheller Institution by the end of the month.
  
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• Husky fined $3.8M for charges arising from Saskatchewan oil spill

  12-06-2019 23:31 via globalnews.ca
  The oil spill into the North Saskatchewan River in July 2016 forced the cities of North Battleford, Prince Albert and Melfort to shut off their water intakes for almost two months.
  
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• Provincial energy ministers say 'cherry-picking' 99 changes to Bill C-69 isn't enough

  12-06-2019 23:23 via cbc.ca
  Provincial energy ministers from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario are in Calgary to share their reactions to what amendments the federal government has accepted to Bill C-69.
  
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• No booze in city parks for now, say councillors - Toronto Star

  12-06-2019 23:11 via thestar.com
  No booze in city parks for now, say councillors  Toronto StarAt the community and public services committee meeting Wednesday, councillors decided to delay the decision to allow public consumption of alcohol in city ...
  
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• Edmonton murder trial hears child went from chunky, happy to skin and bones - Lethbridge News Now

  12-06-2019 22:09 via lethbridgenewsnow.com
  Edmonton murder trial hears child went from chunky, happy to skin and bones  Lethbridge News NowEDMONTON - A woman who lived with two people charged in the death of a toddler found outside an Edmo...
  
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• Alberta Premier Jason Kenney seeks alliance with Quebec’s Francois Legault

  12-06-2019 21:48 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says he and Quebec Premier Francois Legault are natural allies in the fight to defend provincial autonomy in the face of federal interventions.
  
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• Oilers GM Holland weighing options ahead of first draft with Edmonton - Sportsnet.ca

  12-06-2019 21:33 via sportsnet.ca
  Oilers GM Holland weighing options ahead of first draft with Edmonton  Sportsnet.caKen Holland will have made up his mind when he steps to the microphone next week. Until then, there's plenty to ponder ahead of his first NHL draft as GM of ...
  
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• Oilers GM Holland weighing his options ahead of first draft with Edmonton - TSN

  12-06-2019 21:11 via tsn.ca
  Oilers GM Holland weighing his options ahead of first draft with Edmonton  TSNKen Holland will have made up his mind when he steps to the microphone next week. Until then, there's plenty to ponder ahead of the 63-year-old's first NHL ...
  
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• ‘Gratifying’ for ALERT officers to seize drugs, make arrests

  12-06-2019 21:10 via globalnews.ca
  ALERT police officials discuss how it felt to fulfill its mandate and make these kinds of arrests.
  
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• On 40th birthday, quarterback Kevin Glenn retires after 18-year CFL career

  12-06-2019 21:07 via globalnews.ca
  The Saskatchewan Roughriders gave Kevin Glenn his first CFL shot in 2001 after his college career at Illinois State.
  
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• ALERT on this particular organized crime group

  12-06-2019 21:06 via globalnews.ca
  Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team talks about arresting the “head of the snake” and what message the arrest and charges send to others in the drug trade.
  
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• ALERT on the magnitude of this ‘significant seizure’

  12-06-2019 21:05 via globalnews.ca
  Project Elder did not result in the largest seizure ALERT has seen, but officials say its reach was large and these arrests are significant.
  
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• ALERT charges man police believe led illegal drug activities

  12-06-2019 21:03 via globalnews.ca
  In a news conference in Edmonton on June 12, Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team officials name the man they believe was a leader in this criminal organization.
  
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• Another solid move by Edmonton Oilers: Jay Woodcroft given three-year contract extension - Edmonton Journal

  12-06-2019 20:47 via edmontonjournal.com
  Another solid move by Edmonton Oilers: Jay Woodcroft given three-year contract extension  Edmonton JournalThis in from the Edmonton Oilers, news that Bakersfield Condors head coach Jay Woodcroft has been extended: “The Oilers have agreed to terms with Jay ...
  
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• Jason Kenney bends truth on oil, equalization as he meets with Quebec counterpart

  12-06-2019 20:32 via cbc.ca
  The Alberta premier repeated several misleading claims Wednesday about Quebec's oil consumption and the federal equalization payments program — none of which is likely to sit well with politicians in the province he is trying to court.
  
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• Jason Kenney bends truth on oil, equalization ahead of meeting with Quebec counterpart

  12-06-2019 20:32 via cbc.ca
  The Alberta premier repeated several misleading claims Wednesday about Quebec's oil consumption and the federal equalization payments program — none of which is likely to sit well with politicians in the province he is trying to court.
  
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• ALERT cuts off $2M 'drug pipeline' operating between B.C. and Alberta

  12-06-2019 20:25 via cbc.ca
  A dozen suspects have been arrested after a two-year police investigation into the movement of illegal drugs between British Columbia and Alberta.
  
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• Goats return for weed-eating duty at Rundle Park

  12-06-2019 20:07 via globalnews.ca
  It’s that time of year again. The goats have returned to Rundle Park for their summer weed-eating duties.
  
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• 'Gretzky of Gretzky collectors' gets inked with permanent portrait of hockey hero

  12-06-2019 20:01 via cbc.ca
  Shawn Chaulk has one of the most extensive collections of Wayne Gretzky memorabilia in the world. Now he has a tattoo to match.
  
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• Edmonton installs 23 new safe needle disposal boxes - Global News

  12-06-2019 19:55 via globalnews.ca
  Edmonton installs 23 new safe needle disposal boxes  Global NewsNearly two dozen new safe needle disposal boxes have been installed in locations throughout Edmonton.
  
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• Edmonton installs 23 new safe needle disposal boxes

  12-06-2019 19:55 via globalnews.ca
  Nearly two dozen new safe needle disposal boxes have been installed in locations throughout Edmonton.
  
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• Youths charged with firearms offences after Red Deer incident sparked school lockdowns

  12-06-2019 19:50 via cbc.ca
  Two youths face firearms-related charges after an incident Tuesday at a middle school in Red Deer prompted officials to lock down the building and other schools in the area, RCMP say.
  
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• Baby delivered in Calgary grocery store parking lot: EMS

  12-06-2019 19:43 via globalnews.ca
  EMS rushed to a Calgary grocery store on Wednesday for reports of a woman going into labour – but the baby was born before they arrived.  
  
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• Frostbitten big toe donated for Yukon’s Sourtoe Cocktail 

  12-06-2019 19:23 via globalnews.ca
  The frostbitten big toe of former British Marine Nick Griffiths now belongs to the Downtown Hotel in Dawson City after Griffiths donated the digit to the Sourtoe Cocktail collection.
  
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• Suspicious death of 54-year-old man found in burned-out travel trailer in northern Alberta

  12-06-2019 18:46 via globalnews.ca
  Two months after remains were found inside the smouldering shell of a travel trailer, RCMP now confirm they are investigating the suspicious death of a man from northern Alberta.
  
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• CONCERT REVIEW: Judas Priest rocks new generation in Edmonton - Gig City

  12-06-2019 18:44 via gigcity.ca
  CONCERT REVIEW: Judas Priest rocks new generation in Edmonton  Gig CityThere are three things you can rely on in Edmonton in the spring: unpredictable weather, potholes and a proper heavy metal extravaganza from a classic band.
  
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• Edmonton Oilers extend Bakersfield coach Jay Woodcroft for two years

  12-06-2019 18:23 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmotnon Oilers and Jay Woodcroft have agreed on a two-year contract extension to keep him as the head coach of the AHL's Bakersfield Condors.
  
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• Husky pleads guilty to 3 charges in Saskatchewan oil spill

  12-06-2019 18:14 via globalnews.ca
  The oil spill into the North Saskatchewan River in July 2016 forced the cities of North Battleford, Prince Albert and Melfort to shut off their water intakes for almost two months.
  
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• Crime team smashes B.C., Alberta drug pipeline: ALERT - Edmonton Sun

  12-06-2019 18:14 via edmontonsun.com
  Crime team smashes B.C., Alberta drug pipeline: ALERT  Edmonton SunA “drug pipeline” between B.C. and Alberta has been crushed after a two-year probe by the joint crime fighting team based out of Edmonton.
  
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• Crime team smashes B.C., Alberta drug pipeline: ALERT - Edmonton Journal

  12-06-2019 18:14 via edmontonjournal.com
  Crime team smashes B.C., Alberta drug pipeline: ALERT  Edmonton JournalA “drug pipeline” between B.C. and Alberta has been crushed after a two-year probe by the joint crime fighting team based out of Edmonton.
  
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• Over $2M in drugs, cash seized after drug ‘pipeline’ disrupted: ALERT

  12-06-2019 17:58 via globalnews.ca
  Twelve people are facing charges after more than $2 million in drugs and cash were seized in what police are calling a "drug pipeline."
  
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• Edmonton psychic busted over $72500 crystal scam - rdnewsnow.com

  12-06-2019 17:51 via rdnewsnow.com
  Edmonton psychic busted over $72500 crystal scam  rdnewsnow.comEDMONTON- Police allege there is nothing magic about a woman accused of bilking 10 people of money with a prom...
  
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• Charges pending in Edmonton students erratic ride home, from school - rdnewsnow.com

  12-06-2019 17:51 via rdnewsnow.com
  Charges pending in Edmonton students erratic ride home, from school  rdnewsnow.comEDMONTON- Charges are pending against an Edmonton school bus driver after she allegedly drove her bus over a c...
  
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• RCMP seek tips in death of northern Alberta man found dead inside travel trailer

  12-06-2019 17:32 via cbc.ca
  Anyone who was in contact with the victim prior to his death or has information on the case is asked to contact RCMP or Crime Stoppers.
  
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• Edmonton Humane Society: Xerxes the dog still looking for a home

  12-06-2019 16:50 via globalnews.ca
  In our Adopt a Pet segment with the Edmonton Humane Society, Dr. Ted Purcell is back with Xerxes, a male American Staffordshire Terrier is still looking for a home with older kids and no other dogs.
  
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• Free Toronto Raptors viewing party on Thursday at Edmonton Expo Centre

  12-06-2019 16:14 via globalnews.ca
  The Edmonton Stingers basketball team is holding its own viewing party Thursday in Hall D of the Edmonton Expo Centre.
  
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• Downtown commuters frustrated with Valley Line LRT construction

  12-06-2019 16:00 via cbc.ca
  On Monday, the city cordoned off a block of 100 Street wedged between City Hall and City Centre mall, so construction crews can work on the next phase of the LRT’s Valley Line expansion.
  
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• Ask the Doctor: Preventing falls and injuries during Safe Kids Week

  12-06-2019 15:45 via globalnews.ca
  For Safe Kids Week, in this Ask the Doctor segment Dr. Sarah Burton-Macleod talks about preventing falls and injuries with kids.
  
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• Education Act too rushed, consequences unknown, public school board says - Edmonton Sun

  12-06-2019 15:37 via edmontonsun.com
  Education Act too rushed, consequences unknown, public school board says  Edmonton SunForging ahead to rapidly install a replacement for the Alberta schools' "constitution" will put school boards in the awkward position of coping with unpredictable ...
  
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• Edmonton Stingers host Toronto Raptors watch party for Game 6 of the NBA Finals - Edmonton Sun

  12-06-2019 15:34 via edmontonsun.com
  Edmonton Stingers host Toronto Raptors watch party for Game 6 of the NBA Finals  Edmonton SunJurassic Park, meet The Hive.Edmonton's professional basketball team, the Edmonton Stingers, has partnered with the Edmonton EXPO Centre and the city of ...
  
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• Edmonton Stingers host Toronto Raptors watch party for Game 6 of the NBA Finals - Edmonton Journal

  12-06-2019 15:34 via edmontonjournal.com
  Edmonton Stingers host Toronto Raptors watch party for Game 6 of the NBA Finals  Edmonton JournalJurassic Park, meet The Hive.Edmonton's professional basketball team, the Edmonton Stingers, has partnered with the Edmonton EXPO Centre and the city of ...
  
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• Corey Perry on the Edmonton Oilers would make some sense, NHL insider speculates - Edmonton Journal

  12-06-2019 15:28 via edmontonjournal.com
  Corey Perry on the Edmonton Oilers would make some sense, NHL insider speculates  Edmonton JournalThis in from TSN's Darren Dreger, his speculation that the Edmonton Oilers might be interested in Anaheim forward Corey Perry if Perry is bought out of the final ...
  
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• Edmonton weather: Hottest day of this week - CTV News

  12-06-2019 15:26 via edmonton.ctvnews.ca
  Edmonton weather: Hottest day of this week  CTV NewsHere comes some mid-week heat! Edmonton gets into the mid to upper 20s with partly cloudy skies today.
  
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• Chiropractor posture tips and stretches to stay limber this summer

  12-06-2019 15:26 via globalnews.ca
  Warm weather is luring many people to outdoor activities, which can leave one feeling sore the next day. Chiropractor Dr. Mecca Fayad shares some tips for proper posture and stretches to keep in mind this summer.
  
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• Beaumont Blues and Roots Festival attracts big Canadian acts

  12-06-2019 15:14 via globalnews.ca
  Matthew Good, Bif Naked, Big Wreck and The Watchmen are just a few of the artists at this weekend’s Beaumont Blues and Roots Festival. Organizers Jeremy Kornel and Marcia Faught share details.
  
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